Friday, August 3, 2012

What I Love About Writing

What I Love About Writing

by B.J. Robinson

What do I love about writing? Though there are many things, what I love the most is the opportunity it presents to reach out and help others. When you've written a story others can identify with, you have the opportunity to touch their lives, their hearts, and their souls. Writing also allows people to get to know each other. It allows you to really get to know yourself, because it becomes a process of self-discovery. In my case, it's helped me grow closer to God.

Through writing, I have met and shared stories with people from all over the United States, Canada, and many other places as can be seen by reviewing my blog stats. My family has learned more about me and who I really am as a person. I have even learned more about them. It allows me to share my heart and soul and my life with others. When I find out something I have written has touched another human being, or has helped them in some way, that is the greatest reward of all. I may never be a famous author, but I am a published one, who knows the feeling, the joy, and the reward of receiving this gift from God.

Writing is what I do because it's a part of me, and I thank God for the gift, the ability, and the benefits it brings every day, not monetary benefits, but people benefits. It is my way of reaching out to others and sharing my life experiences with them. If I only wrote for the money, I wouldn’t be writing. I love the feeling of knowing that somewhere someone may pick up something I wrote and learn about the personal relationship I share with God. Perhaps, they, too, will find the missing link in their lives and come to share that same productive relationship. For me, that is what writing is all about, and it brings joy to my soul.

I want to write to bring joy, hope, peace, faith, love, and life to others. Many may never be reached through a Sunday sermon. Just as Jesus used the art of storytelling, writers may reach lost sheep by following His example. If I can help just one discover Jesus, I will have made a big difference with my writing for another human being. Though I want to entertain as all storytellers do, God gave me this gift, and I intend to use it for Him. Reading and writing are my passions. Jesus is my best friend.

B. J. Robinson is a multi-published, award-winning author of Christian romantic suspense. Her debut novel, Last Resort. Released July 15, 2011. Her newest release, Whispering Cypress, releases August 11. She pens fiction from Florida where she lives with her husband, two dogs, and a cat. Visit her at http://barbarajrobinson.blogspot.com.

B.J. You are very inspiring. As a published book author myself. I too am not in it for the money. I know I have accomplished my dream. I am too like you, if someone picks my book up and it inspires them, then I know God has used me for something in this world. I will also pray for your books to go further than you expected. I enjoyed reading. Thank you for the opportunity to hear your words to inspire me more.

Thanks for your prayers, Rhonda. They're very much appreciated, and I pray you are also successful at reaching and touching others' hearts for Him. I love writing. It's great to meet someone who understands. Blessings for success, BJ Robinson

About Fliterary

Fliterary was birthed over steaming latte's in a coffee shop. Writers discussed the need for playtime, rest and renewal. Perhaps a playground and recess for authors and readers to come, relax, plop down in the recliner, and receive encouragement, a laugh, and maybe something to restart weary brains.

Jesus reminds us His yoke is easy and His burden is light. Even when life is hard, we have a Savior willing and ready to shoulder the load. However, it’s so easy to take on the weight of the world’s problems. Even writers get preoccupied with deadlines, word count, and edits. We forget to enjoy the journey.